Presented by BC Egg
Farm Friendz
What to Expect
Hands-on farm experiences for all ages
Families can get up close and personal in the petting areas, meeting friendly farm animals and experiencing the charm of the barnyard firsthand. Beyond the barns, guests can explore new interactive farm-to-table experiences that showcase the journey from field (and stream) to plate—bringing a fresh, educational twist to the fair experience.
What's Happening
Dig, fish, and get hands-on
Get hands-on with dozens of mini farm exhibits with the stars of the fair.
Petting Areas
Get hands-on with friendly animals, reptiles, and more in interactive petting areas designed for all ages.
Farm-to-Table
Explore engaging farm-to-table experiences that highlight how food is grown, harvested, and enjoyed.
Trout Fishing
Catch-and-release fishing for families. $2/person – proceeds support the Storehouse Society.
Meet the Animals
The real stars of the show
From cuddly goats, majestic horses, and curious chicks to fluffy bunnies, sheep, and more, this lively lineup brings the farm to life right before your eyes. Beyond the barnyard, the experience gets even wilder with lizards, tortoises, and snakes in an interactive setting that's equal parts educational and exciting.
New for 2026
Evergreen Herbs & Heppell Potato Corp. Mini Farm
Dig, clip, and get hands-on with these interactive farm experiences from local growers. Kids can take home basil plants from Evergreen Herbs and seed potatoes from Heppel Potato Corp (while supplies last). Open Fri, Sat, Sun, & Mon.
Farm Friendz FAQs
DO I NEED A SEPARATE TICKET?
No. Access to Farm Friendz is included with your Fairgrounds Admission, so it is free to enter once you are through the gate.
WHERE IS FARM FRIENDZ?
In the Cloverdale Arena at the south end of the fairgrounds, at the south end of the rides and games.
Look for the fishing pond and the potato and herb farm, then head into the arena to meet the animals.
WHAT ARE THE HOURS?
Farm Friendz opens at 4:00 pm on Friday and 10:00 am on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The family fun runs all weekend, with the exception of fishing, which is closed on Monday.
Farm Friendz
Thursday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Monday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Herb & Potato Farm
Thursday: closed
Friday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Monday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Trout Fishing
Thursday: closed
Friday: closed
Saturday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Monday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
FOOD AND BEVERAGE AT FARM FRIENDZ
Farm Friendz doesn’t serve food (unless you like hay), but you are only steps away from fair favourites in the amusement park, and the main food truck court is just on the other side of it.
Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
Food & Drinks
Steps away from fair favourites
Farm Friendz doesn't serve food (unless you like hay!), but you're only steps away from fair favourite options in the midway, and the main Food Truck court is just on the north side of the rides. The south end of the fairgrounds is a no-alcohol zone.
